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Equality for All 8 Billion People: World Population Day 2023

July 12, 2023

This World Population Day, join UNFPA in promoting the rights of women and girls in a world that's 8 Billion Strong.

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With COVID-19 heralding possible fertility changes, leaders must urgently support women’s rights and choices

08 July 2021
A mobile health clinic, supported by UNFPA and the Spotlight Initiative, brings critical family planning and other services to underserved parts of Mozambique. ©UNFPA Mozambique/Mbuto Machili
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Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem’s Message on World Population Day

July 11, 2021

The COVID19 pandemic has compromised health care systems particularly in the area of sexual and reproductive health. As the international community observes World Population Day (11 July), UNFPA advises against reactionary policy responses, which can be extremely harmful if they violate rights, health and choices. 

World Population Day 2021

11 July 2021

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Putting the brakes on COVID-19: Safeguarding the health and rights of women and girls

11 July 2020
The global community must show solidarity to survive the pandemic, says UNFPA's Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem.
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World Population Day 2020

11 July 2020

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Twenty-five years ago, the world made a promise

July 10, 2019

Twenty-five years ago, the world was a different place. Incredible progress has been made in so many areas. So why haven’t we seen as much progress for women’s health and rights? See more at unfpa.org/25years

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The Secretary-General's Message on World Population Day

11 July 2019
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World Population Day 2019

11 July 2019

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Balloons, disinfectant, brandy used in attempts to prevent pregnancy

09 July 2018
People still resort to useless, dangerous strategies to prevent pregnancy. In some places, a fruit brandy called Rakija may still be used for this purpose. © UNFPA Bosnia and Herzegovina/Armin Smailovic
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